Organizing Children's Artwork:

‘Tis the season to get your artwork management system in place for the rest of the school year. Here are some ideas for how to get organized in a unique way.

1. Hang ‘Em High -
String a lightweight clothes line in the corner of your child’s room or playroom and clip the art on with clothes pins.

2. Wall for All -
Designate an entire wall in an out-of-the-way place such as the back entrance as the family art gallery and give each child a section.

3. Gift wrapping paper/notepaper -
 If the art is big enough then you can use it as a gift wrapping paper; will be very unique with a personal touch. If the art is small then it can be used as a notepaper.

4. Fun Place mats -
Laminate fun pieces of art and turn them into place mats. Gather a few sets by the holiday season—they make great and unique DIY gifts.

5. Display in Kitchen -
If you have room in your kitchen display your children's favorite piece. It will encourage and motivate them to continue being creative and becomes a great conversation starter with your children and friends/family.

Entertainment

 UNIQUE THINGS TO DO:

FINDING NEMO 3D:      

09/14/12 - 10/04/12    El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, CA
                                   6838 Hollywood Boulevard  Los Angeles, CA 90028

Plus, after the movie, experience an interactive exhibit from Aquarium of the Pacific featuring an aquarium, a shark touch tank and more!

54TH ANNUAL PASADENA GREEKFEST:    

09/14/2012 - 09/16/2012      Pasadena, CA
5pm to 10pm on Friday, Sept 14, 2012; noon to 10pm on Saturday,          

Sept 15, 2012; and on Sunday, Sept 16, 2012 from noon to 10pm

(Santa Anita Park) 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
$5 for adults, children under 12 years old free

"Pasadena GreekFest, one of Los Angeles oldest and largest culturally diverse festivals at at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, CA, brings together the community in celebration of Fall with a multitude of fun activities for the entire family, including Greek cuisine, cooking demonstration, a sports bar and cigar lounge, art, culture, Greek lectures, wine tasting, shopping, live entertainment and Kid's Fun Zone," says Co-Chairman of the event Louie Kades.

Highlights of the weekend festivities will include live Greek entertainment from the Olympians and other live performers. Planned are many exciting exhibits, including cooking demonstrations, live wine chat with wine makers from Greece, lectures about Greek history and culture, as well as the very popular Olympic Taverna Sports Bar & Cigar Lounge, authentic homemade Greek cuisine and pastries, Greek folk dancing by several award winning youth groups and an expanded Kid's Fun Zone with rock climbing, carnival games, rides and prizes.

THE DUBNOFF OUTDOOR FESTIVAL:

09/15/2012                        12pm - 4pm

                                          10526 Dubnoff Way, North Hollywood 91606
                                          Cost is free

The festival features fun activities for all ages, live entertainment, retail vendors, raffle drawing and delicious cuisine. Net proceeds will benefit The Dubnoff Center for Child Development servicing children with special needs and at-risk youth. Admission is free, all ages are welcome!



THE 20th ANNUAL PALOS VERDES CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE:

09/16/2012                    
Trump National Golf Club, Rancho Palos Verdes, California


The 20th annual Palos Verdes Concours d'Elegance, will highlight classic French curves, according to Chairman Peter Kunoth. "Our featured marque will be Delahaye, which made some of the most luxurious and elegant classic French cars," said Exhibit Chairman Ray Johnson. "We will feature the cars of coachbuilders or carrossiers, famous for their graceful and sometimes flamboyant designs, such as Bugatti, Chapron, Pourtout, Figoni et Falaschi, Franay, Letourneur et Marchand, Delages, Hispano-Suiza, Talbot-Lagos and Voisin," he stated.

In addition to viewing more than 200 exhibited cars, visitors can see craftsmen at work in Restoration Alley, shop for gifts, dine in the elegant Club House, and examine show cars in the display areas. The Concours will be preceded by a Road Rallye on Saturday, September 15.

The Palos Verdes Concours is a 501(c)(3) charity event with proceeds benefitting the Palos Verdes Art Center's educational and community outreach programs and Palos Verdes Rotary Foundation Charities, including Harbor Area Boys & Girls Clubs.

Inspiration of the day

Happy Friday everyone. Here's a great way to start the day. Our Inspirational quote 
of the day is: 

           "A mother's love for her child is like nothing else in the world. 
            It knows no law, no pity, it dares all things and crushes down 
            remorselessly all that stands in its path. 
              
                                                                                               Agatha Christie

Health/Wellness

Easy Breakfast Smoothie

If you're wondering what nutritious breakfast you can make for your children or yourself, look no further. There’s nothing faster than a morning smoothie and, with the right ingredients such as blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries it can be a cancer fighter, too.

Ingredients:

Makes about 3 cups

1 very ripe banana (the riper the banana, the greater the antioxidants)

2 cups frozen fruit/berries

2 table spoons of greek plain yogurt


Directions

Combine the ingredients in a blender. Start your blender on the lowest setting and slowly crank it up as the smoothie starts to purée, then blend for 1 minute. Pour it in a glass and enjoy.